Overview
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Teacher (SEN) to join our team at Prospect House Primary Specialist School. This is a fixed‑term, full‑time role to cover maternity leave. The salary is on teaching terms offering MPS‑UPS plus SEN allowance, starting in October 2026 until August 2027.
Prospect House is a specialist learning community built on belief, ambition and respect. Our environment is designed around the needs of our pupils and the expertise of our staff.
The Opportunity
As pupil numbers increase, we are seeking an experienced and confident SEN teacher who is ready to contribute to and help shape our high‑quality specialist provision in a growing school.
Qualifications
- Substantial experience working with pupils with severe, profound and/or complex learning difficulties
- Understanding of communication needs, sensory regulation and personalised curriculum design
- Passion for embedding an "I can do" culture
- Desire to influence practice beyond one’s own classroom
- Thrives in a collaborative, reflective and values‑driven environment
- Consistently strong classroom practice, reflective, resilient and solutions‑focused
- Builds positive relationships with pupils, families and multi‑agency professionals
- Contributes to whole‑school improvement and collaborative working
- Belief that every child can achieve
Responsibilities
- Deliver a highly personalised curriculum tailored to individual EHCP outcomes
- Plan, teach and assess learning in line with pupils’ complex needs
- Create a safe, inclusive and inspiring classroom environment
- Support and model effective specialist practice
- Work closely with therapists, families and external agencies
- Contribute to self‑evaluation and continuous school improvement
Benefits and Commitment
- High expectations for every child, achievement and success for all
- Strong culture of respect and wellbeing for staff and pupils
- Meaningful, personalised learning that prepares children for life beyond school
- True partnership with families
- Collaborative professional practice
We actively promote spiritual, moral, social and cultural development and fundamental British values, preparing our pupils not just for the next stage of education, but for life in the wider community. We value staff as professionals and provide opportunities to contribute, lead, innovate and develop specialist expertise.
Safeguarding Commitment
All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.
Equality Statement
Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender re‑assignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
#J-18808-LjbffrTeacher (SEN) in Manchester employer: Prospere
Prospere is an excellent employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where every team member plays a vital role in creating a safe and enjoyable environment for students. Located in the vibrant city of Manchester, employees benefit from a strong sense of community, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners during their lunchtime experience.
